Summary

Summary

Sports is no more considered a hobby but seen as a full-time career opportunity. Sports is gaining popularity among the youngsters after seeing Indian sportspeople winning accolades for the country at National and International level. Students who are determined towards any sport look forward to pursuing their career in the same. Now, schools and colleges have started encouraging the youth to participate in their choice of sport and knowledge about the same. Well, the area not just equips career in varied sports, but opens ample opportunities further. Students can explore the areas of sports management, sports physiotherapy, sports medical assistance etc. Even the educational boards have introduced vocational courses that enhance a student’s knowledge and develop their interest. Besides, if you havea comprehensive understanding of the field, then the career in sports is best suitable for you. Therefore, it serves a purpose by keeping you fit throughout, yet you require comprehensive knowledge of the individual fields in sports that you choose.

Career Prospects

For any sport event, you require a professional team to manage the whole event. Sports managers are a popular choice as they lead the event and ensure that all the facilities are provided. Sports, as a career choice, opens the door to umpteen career opportunities in varied fields. However, with thorough knowledge of the area, you can opt for your choice of career. Some of the popular choices in sports are:

  • Sports Management
  • Manufacturing Sports Equipment
  • Equipment Manager
  • Coach
  • Join Sports Agency
  • Sports Commentator
  • Indian Railways
  • Marketing Consultant
  • Sports Psychologist
  • Indian Civil Services
  • Fitness Manager
  • Sports Official
  • Athlete
  • Physical Trainer
  • Sports Medicine Expert
  • Team Director
  • Yoga Instructor
  • Sports Lawyer

Stream & Eligibility

To pursue a career in Sports, you must adhere to the below-given eligibility criteria*

Streams applicable (post-10th)

  • ARTS/ HUMANITIES
  • COMMERCE
  • NON-MEDICAL
  • MEDICAL
  • Minimum 45-55% in class 10th and/or 12th board examinations from CBSE or equivalent boards
  • It is compulsory to qualify class 12th board examinations for further admission process
  • For a career in sports, most of the colleges might require Physical Education as one of the mandatory subjects or will have a higher weightage assigned to it.
  • Most of the colleges conduct entrance exams and consider both merit and entrance exam score for admissions to varied courses
* For specific course eligibility, kindly refer to the respective college brochure for eligibility criteria and other details.

Courses/Specialization

Mentioned below are a number of courses or specializations that students can pursue in the field of Computers:

Courses

  • Bachelors of Arts (BA)
  • Bachelors of Arts (Hons.) (BA (Hons.)
  • Bachelors of Business Administration (BBA)
  • Bachelors in Business Administration (Hons.) (BBA (Hons.)
  • Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com)
  • Bachelors of Commerce (Hons.) (B.Com (Hons.)
  • Bachelors of Science (B.Sc)
  • Bachelors of Science (Hons.) (B.Sc (Hons.)
  • Bachelors of Physical Education and Sports (BPES)
  • Bachelors of Physical Education (B.Ped)
  • Bachelors in Sports Management (BSM)
  • Bachelors Programme in Yoga

Specialisations

  • Physical Education
  • Sports Management
  • Sports
  • Psychology
  • Games/Sports
  • Sports Coaching

Skill set/ Interests

Below mentioned skills are required to make a career in the field of sports.

  • High Energy
  • Leadership
  • Commitment
  • Time Management
  • Fitness Enthusiast
  • Capable of handling pressure
  • Subject Knowledge
  • Team spirit

Major Entrance Exams

SMAT-UG(Sports Management Admission Test)

International Institute of Sports Management

www.iismworld.com

DUET(Delhi University Entrance Test)

Delhi University

www.nta.ac.in/DuetExam

GNDU-AT(GDNU - Admission Test)

Guru Nanak Dev University

www.online.gndu.ac.in

GGSIPU-CET(IPU Common Entrance Test)

Indraprastha University, Delhi

www.ipu.ac.in

ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS(Sports)

NSU-AT(NSU Admission Test)

National Sports University

www.nsu.ac.in

Top Colleges in India

Some of India’s top colleges for pursuing Bachelor in Sports Management and other sports programmes are listed below along with the Entrance exams they conduct or accept as admission criteria:

College / University Entrance Exam Website
International Institute of Sports Management, Mumbai SMAT-UG www.iismworld.com
Delhi University, Delhi DUET www.nta.ac.in/DuetExam
National Sports University, Manipal NSU-AT www.online.gndu.ac.in
Indraprastha University, Delhi GGSIP-CET www.ipu.ac.in
Symbiosis International University, Pune SNAP www.siu.edu.in
Netaji Subhash National Institute of Sports, Patiala Merit-Based www.nsnis.org
College of Physical Education, Pune Entrance Test www.copepune.bharatividyapeeth.edu
Jagran Lakecity University, Bhopal Merit-Based www.jlu.edu.in
GNA University, Phagwara Merit-Basis www.gnauniversity.edu.in
Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Delhi IGIPESS-ET www.igipess.du.ac.in
Amity School of Physical Education and Sports Sciences, Noida PFTI www.amity.edu

Top Colleges in Himachal Pradesh

Following is a list of top colleges of Himachal Pradesh providing courses in Computer Science:

College / University Entrance Exam Website
Shoolini University, Solan Merit-Based www.shooliniuniversity.com
Mehar Ram Ditta Memorial Physical Education College, Hamirpur (Affiliated to HPU) Merit-Based www.hpuniv.ac.in
Maharaja LaxmanSen Memorial College, Sundar Nagar Merit-Based www.mlsm.in
Rameshwari Teacher Training Institute, Kullu Merit-Based
Baba Balak Nath Post-Graduate College, Hamirpur Merit-Based www.hpuniv.ac.in
Government Degree College, Sirmaur Merit-Based
IEC University, Solan Merit-Based www.iecuniversity.com
Government College, Simla Merit-Based www.gcsanjauli.com
Rajiv Gandhi Government Degree College, Shimla Merit-Based www.gccm.ac.in

Important Facts

  • Other than full-time courses in Sports, students can also look forward to pursuing Diplomas and certificate programmes.
  • Also, NetajiSubhash National Institute of Sports offers varied schemes for students below the age of 16 and above 16 years of age, to learn about different sports and excel.